MEP Superintendent

SST Direct; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 145,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement or pension plan

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO policy

Job summary

SST Direct is seeking an experienced MEP Superintendent to lead large-scale infrastructure projects in Reno, Nevada. This role involves overseeing daily site operations, managing subcontractors, and ensuring project delivery meets safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in construction activities and a solid understanding of applicable building codes. Benefits include a competitive salary, health insurance, and a generous PTO policy.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading on-site construction activities for large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors and coordinate with general contractors and owners.
• Strong working knowledge of building codes and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale construction projects from groundbreaking to commissioning.
• Coordinate trades, subcontractors, and project deliverables.
• Enforce safety and quality standards on site.

Skills

Leadership in large-scale projects

Construction activities management

Knowledge of building codes and safety regulations

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings

Job description

DIRECT HIRE: A fantastic opportunity for an experienced MEP Superintendent to join a dynamic team.

Location: Buffalo, NY.

Per Diem: Paid per working day at GSA rate for site city, travel to/from site at start/end of project also covered.

Pay Range: $145,000 - $166,000.

Benefits

• Retirement or pension plan, in line with local norms
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO policy, in line with local norms

Key Responsibilities

• Boots-to-the-ground leader that can execute large-scale, mission-critical construction projects, from groundbreaking through commissioning and handoff.
• Own daily site operations, coordinate trades, subcontractors, GC relationships and union representatives simultaneously.
• Enforce safety, quality standards and drive schedules to aggressive delivery milestones.
• Read and interpret complex structural, mechanical and electrical drawings, specs, RFI’s and resolve field issues quickly.
• Manage onsite logistics, materials and equipment coordination.
• Progress reporting to internal stakeholders and external partners is vital.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading on-site construction activities for large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors while coordinating effectively with general contractors, owners, and union representatives.
• Strong working knowledge of applicable building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards, including OSHA, NFPA, and NEC requirements.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply structural, mechanical, and electrical drawings, specifications, submittals, and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Experience managing project schedules, site logistics, material deliveries, equipment coordination, and day-to-day field operations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting hyperscale data center construction projects exceeding 50 MW and $100 million in value.
• Knowledge of liquid cooling systems and high-density power infrastructure.
• Experience overseeing or coordinating commissioning activities for mission-critical facilities.

Physical Demands

• Ability to walk active construction sites for extended periods throughout the day.
• Frequent climbing of stairs, ladders, and access platforms in multi-story facilities.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, crouch, and reach while inspecting equipment and installations.
• Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor environments, including exposure to varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and construction activities.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, hearing protection, and fall protection equipment as required.
• Must be capable of accessing confined spaces, elevated work areas, and equipment rooms when necessary.
• Ability to read plans, equipment labels, test instruments, and computer screens.
• Frequent use of laptops, tablets, and mobile devices for documentation, reporting, and commissioning activities.
• Ability to travel as required and work extended hours, weekends, or shift schedules.